Worst 2014 Toyota Tacoma Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Brakes
Body Structure
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2014 Toyota Tacoma.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brakes | 17 | 4 | — | 17,998 mi | |
| Body Structure | 14 | — | — | 60,887 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 13 | 1 | — | 26,425 mi | |
| Airbags | 8 | 5 | — | 55,338 mi | |
| Steering Defects | 8 | 1 | — | 10,346 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 8 | 2 | — | 35,255 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 7 | — | 1 | 33,115 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 6 | — | — | 79,693 mi | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 5 | — | — | 6,073 mi | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 5 | 1 | — | 67,551 mi | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 4 | 2 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Air Bags:Sensor:Occupant Classification:Front Passenger | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Back Over Prevention: Camera System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Latches / Locks | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Body:Hood | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structure:Interior Panels:Sun Visor | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2014 Toyota Tacoma
4 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~31,300 vehicles.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain 2011-2016 Toyota Tacoma and 4Runner vehicles equipped with accessory hood scoops installed by SET or SET dealers. The adhesive attaching the hood scoop may weaken, allowing the hood scoop to detach from the vehicle.
Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC (SET) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Toyota 4Runner, Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, RAV4, Scion FRS, and XB vehicles. The affected vehicles may have accessories installed by SET, such as running boards or other items, that were incorrectly installed. The accessory attaching fasteners were not tightened with the proper torque, possibly causing the accessory to detach from the vehicle.
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2008-2014 FJ Cruiser and Tacoma vehicles equipped with accessory wheels and tires installed by Toyota or dealers prior to the vehicle's first sale. The affected vehicles may list incorrect spare tire size and/or cold tire inflation information on the tire placard. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims for Passenger Cars."
Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing North America (Toyota) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Tacoma vehicles manufactured July 1, 2013, through October 11, 2013. The engines of the affected vehicles contain valve springs that may break over time.
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2014 Toyota Tacoma — FAQ
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Toyota Tacoma reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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